The eight planets of our Solar System

This picture shows the eight classical planets and the three dwarf planets in the Solar System. Since the resolution at the 26th plenary meeting of the International Astronomical Union (IAU), Pluto is now 'only' a dwarf planet.

Credit: The International Astronomical Union/Martin Kornmesser/DLR.

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